I also suggest a mathews fx. It was my first bow (last year) and i love it. It has never let me down and shoots perfect. I am rather new to this and dont know a heck of a lot but I do know I shoot very good groups with it and it has been reliable for me. Its not too bulky, very light, very fast (310fps i think), and has a lifetime warranty. If your gonna spend a good chunk of change you may as well try not to cut corners and get the best whether it mathews or another name even if it means waiting a tad longer. you dont want to be regretful.